Paris was always on the itinerary. But first — Lille and Rouen, two French cities I knew almost nothing about and left completely won over. Plus a HomeExchange apartment, a Joan of Arc museum, and a Dieppe train we nearly didn’t make.
Danielle and Joe
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This trip was a long time coming — a graduation celebration that got delayed by grief and finally arrived. Three rainy days in London delivered a royal surprise, West End magic, and the strange experience of walking over some of the most famous people who ever lived.
We saved the best for last — three days on a private phinisi charter through the Komodo Islands, with manta rays, pink beaches, reef sharks, and the dragons themselves. And the person who we made this trip across the world for: my son Graham.
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Hi! We’re Danielle and Joe—newlyweds as of October 2024 and lifelong adventurers. We travel the world through house sitting, exploring new cultures, and chasing great music. We have recently relocated to Mexico, embracing a new chapter of slow, intentional living. Follow along for stories, travel tips, and plenty of music and food along the way!